Multimedia Journalism Internship

RHCJC News; Hattiesburg (MS); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Roy Howard Community Journalism Center (RHCJC) is seeking motivated college students for a paid Multimedia Journalism Internship. This hands‑on opportunity provides real‑world experience in reporting, photography, videography, digital storytelling, social media, and audience engagement across Southeast Mississippi.

Interns will work with professional journalists to create multimedia content, support community engagement initiatives, and gain practical newsroom experience in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a college/university student (not USM) pursuing journalism, communication, digital media, public relations, marketing, or related field.
• Strong interest in multimedia storytelling, community journalism, digital content creation, or audience engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research, report, write, photograph, and/or produce multimedia stories for local communities.
• Capture and edit photography and video content for digital, broadcast, and social media platforms.
• Create digital content for websites, newsletters, social media, and audience engagement initiatives.
• Assist with social media content creation, scheduling, audience interaction, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct interviews and gather information from community members and leaders.
• Collaborate with staff, student employees, and other interns on multimedia storytelling projects.

Skills

Strong writing

Multimedia storytelling

Interviews

Social media

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

College student (non-USM)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Multimedia Journalism Internship, Roy Howard Community Journalism Center

Multimedia Journalism Internship, Roy Howard Community Journalism Center

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Multimedia Journalism Internship, Roy Howard Community Journalism Center.

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division Journalism, Public Relations, and Advertising

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Part Time

Grant Funded Yes

Salary Range 12.00 - 12.00

Pay Grade Generic Grade

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

The Roy Howard Community Journalism Center (RHCJC) is seeking motivated college students for a paid Multimedia Journalism Internship. This hands-on opportunity provides real-world experience in reporting, photography, videography, digital storytelling, social media, and audience engagement while serving communities across Southeast Mississippi. Interns will work alongside professional journalists to create impactful multimedia content, support community engagement initiatives, and gain practical newsroom experience in a collaborative environment. This internship is open to students currently enrolled at colleges and universities outside the University of Southern Mississippi who are interested in journalism, communication, media production, photography, videography, digital media, strategic communication, marketing, public relations, or related fields. Internship opportunities are available at our Hattiesburg, Long Beach, and Jackson locations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Research, report, write, photograph, and/or produce multimedia stories that inform and engage local communities.
• Capture and edit photography and video content for digital, broadcast, and social media platforms.
• Create digital content for websites, newsletters, social media, and other audience engagement initiatives.
• Assist with social media content creation,scheduling, audience interaction, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct interviews and gather information from community members, local leaders, and subject matter experts.
• Collaborate with RHCJC staff, student employees, and other interns on multimedia storytelling projects.
• Support community engagement events, media literacy programs, town halls, and other public outreach initiatives.
• Adhere to professional journalism standards, including accuracy, fairness, ethical reporting, fact-checking, and verification.
• Participate in editorial meetings, planning sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Represent the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center professionally during field assignments, community events, and partner activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Currentlyenrolled at a college or university other than the University ofSouthern Mississippi pursuing a degree in journalism, communication,digital media, public relations, marketing, media production, or arelated field.

Strong interest in multimedia storytelling, community journalism, digital content creation, or audience engagement.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong writing, storytelling, and communication skills.
• Ability to produce engaging multimedia content across multiple platforms
• Knowledge of journalism ethics and commitment to accuracy.
• Understanding of social media platforms, audience engagement, and digital best practices.
• Ability to conduct interviews and build relationships with diverse community members.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, storytelling techniques, and digital tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience with student media, internships, freelance work, or organizational communications.

Experience with photography, videography, social media management, graphic design, or multimedia production.

Familiarity with AP Style and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Audition, InDesign) or similar software.

Experience with Canva, social media scheduling platforms, or digital analytics tools.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its service, programs, and activities.
If reasonable accomodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other beneifts and privileges of employment, please contact:

The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity & Labor Regulatory Compliance

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McLemore Hall (MCL) 310 | 118 College Drive #5111 | Hattiesburg, MS 39406

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